Leonie Barrie
Biography
Leonie Barrie joined just-style as managing editor twelve years ago, and during that time has been instrumental in steering the site's editorial content and direction. Under her leadership, just-style has raised its profile internationally, and today boasts a team of contributors around the world who provide a unique blend of up-to-the-minute news, research and analysis on the apparel and footwear industry and its supply chain.
An experienced business journalist with a background in fashion and textiles, Leonie has written extensively about global sourcing and production, technology, emerging markets, brand and marketing strategies. In her capacity as managing editor she has also travelled around the world to gain first-hand experience of the industry in various countries, as well as attending and speaking at conferences and writing about the international apparel industry and the challenges and opportunities it faces.
Columns by Leonie Barrie
Viewpoint
just-style editor Leonie Barrie shares her thoughts on some of the top stories in the news.
Articles by Leonie Barrie
Texprocess 2013: Lectra re-sets its focus for the future
18 June 2013
The first clue that Lectra is taking a new approach to meeting the needs of its customers came from the display on its stand at last week's Texprocess technology trade show.
Texprocess 2013: What's driving investment in apparel software?
18 June 2013
Efforts to reduce costs, cut lead times and improve quality are all driving investments in supply chain software, according to exhibitors at last week's Texprocess trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany. And not surprisingly, vendors such as Gerber Technology and Human Solutions are focusing their developments on tools to meet these needs as seamlessly as possible.
US: Military stores closer to improving Bangladesh safety
17 June 2013
US lawmakers on Friday (14 June) passed a Department of Defense spending bill that includes a measure requiring that garments made in Bangladesh and sold at stores on US military bases are sourced from factories which comply with new codes on fire and building safety.
ITALY: Thermore's latest insulation "light as air"
17 June 2013
US: New pre-configured PLM retail and apparel
14 June 2013
US: Retailers remain cautious on merchandise imports
13 June 2013
UK: Chilly weather cools Laura Ashley fashion sales
13 June 2013
Texprocess 2013: SizeGermany fit mannequins unveiled
10 June 2013
GERMANY: Adidas uses 1m yards of DryDye fabric
7 June 2013
TURKEY: Datacolor expands with new facility
7 June 2013
Webinar: Achieving the perfect fit
3 June 2013
US: Jockey launches new bra sizing system
31 May 2013
